If you're only going hiking for a day you really don't need a huge pack, just something compact and comfortable. From ...

Backpacking is more complex than throwing a tent, a sleeping bag and some Ramen Noodles in a pack and hitting a trail. If you’re going to cover a number of miles and stay out for a night or more, you ...

One of my favorite parts of a backpacking trip is the food: It just hits different after a full day of hiking. As a previous backpacking guide who cooked for up to ten guests at a time, I love making ...

The holiday season is rich with excitement, but what’s less thrilling is actually packing for the trip at hand. From heading home to spend time with family this Thanksgiving to taking advantage of the ...

Dear Heloise: A lot of people will be taking a backpacking trip this summer, and as a veteran of many backpacking trips over a number of years, I have a few hints for backpackers: Dear Heloise: My ...

To ensure a successful trip, equip yourself with the right backpack. Selecting the perfect bag involves considering its size and fit. Understanding the benefits of these features will help you make an ...

Thanksgiving kicks off the official holiday travel season and is one of the busiest travel periods of the year. If you're flying this year for the holidays, you'll no doubt run into the challenge of ...

Interested in long day hikes or even an overnight in the wilderness? A free two-day seminar is planned in the Tri-Cities with loads of helpful tips. The Inter-Mountain Alpine Club is offering its ...

If you can see yourself going backpacking overnight in the wildest and most beautiful places, then you might be interested in this free two-day free seminar. The Inter-Mountain Alpine Club is offering ...

Backpacking is more complex than throwing a tent, a sleeping bag and some Ramen Noodles in a pack, and hitting a trail. If you’re going to cover a number of miles and stay out for a night or more, you ...